{"title":"Astro Devices Finders","description":"\u003cp\u003eAstro Devices finders stocked at Ontario Telescope. Goods ship factory-sealed. If you're unsure what fits your setup, ask us before you order and we'll confirm it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"astro-devices-nexus-efinder-plate-solving-electronic-finder","title":"Astro Devices Nexus eFinder Plate-Solving Electronic Finder","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nexus eFinder is a plate-solving electronic finder that attaches to your telescope and works together with the Nexus DSC Pro to improve the accuracy of your observing sessions. An in-built camera takes a photo of the sky and compares it against a database of stars to instantly identify exactly what you are looking at, a process known as plate-solving. Positional accuracy reaches better than one minute of arc, which helps you locate even the faintest of fuzzies on the first attempt. The unit weighs 350 g and connects over USB-C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nexus eFinder benefits both beginner and experienced astronomers. It fits observers running DIY Dobsonians or less accurate mounts who want repeatable, confident pointing, and it rewards deep-sky observers targeting faint objects that are difficult to centre by star-hopping alone. If you already use a Nexus DSC Pro, ServoCat, or SkyTracker, it integrates directly into that setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate-solving accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e an on-board camera identifies the field and refines pointing to better than one arcminute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull system integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e works together with the Nexus DSC Pro, ServoCat, and SkyTracker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo USB-C ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e one port handles the DSC connection while the other supplies power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrightness presets:\u003c\/strong\u003e multiple presets adapt to different sky-brightness conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-time calibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single calibration is stored and reused across future sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo installation options:\u003c\/strong\u003e mount it as a viewfinder replacement or on a Vixen dovetail bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible power:\u003c\/strong\u003e runs from a 5V external source or from the Nexus DSC Pro, with up to eight hours of runtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDew shield included:\u003c\/strong\u003e the supplied dew shield protects the optics through long sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi Access Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e the eFinder can operate as its own WiFi access point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-source technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e the platform is built on open-source software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the housing, a dedicated camera captures a live frame of the sky and the eFinder plate-solves that frame against its star database to determine precisely where the telescope points. Two USB-C ports keep the data link to the Nexus DSC Pro separate from the power feed, so a single 5V source or the DSC itself keeps the finder running for around eight hours. When paired with the Nexus DSC Pro, the eFinder refines pointing accuracy but does not replace the encoders. The included dew shield keeps the front optic clear, and the WiFi access-point mode lets the unit communicate wirelessly with planetarium software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nexus eFinder is at home during visual deep-sky sessions where quick, accurate pointing matters, particularly on Dobsonians and push-to mounts. It shortens the time spent hunting for faint galaxies, nebulae, and clusters, and it can also drive planetarium software such as SkySafari Plus or Pro for a live view of where the telescope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eFinder works with the Nexus DSC Pro, ServoCat, and SkyTracker, and it can also operate independently alongside planetarium software such as SkySafari Plus or Pro. When used with the Nexus DSC Pro it refines pointing but does not replace the encoders. It installs either as a viewfinder replacement or on a Vixen-style dovetail bracket. The box includes the Nexus eFinder unit, a USB Type A to USB Type C cable, a dew shield, and a user manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e the unit weighs 350 g, light enough for most finder shoe or dovetail mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e it draws 5V from an external source or from the Nexus DSC Pro, giving roughly eight hours of runtime on a DSC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncoders:\u003c\/strong\u003e when paired with the Nexus DSC Pro, the eFinder complements rather than replaces the encoders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e calibration is a one-time step that carries over between sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The eFinder mounts either as a viewfinder replacement or on a Vixen dovetail bracket, connects over USB-C, and needs calibrating only once. That single calibration is stored and reused, so later sessions start quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace my encoders on the Nexus DSC Pro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. When used with the Nexus DSC Pro the eFinder improves pointing accuracy through plate-solving, but the encoders remain part of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it powered and how long does it run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt accepts 5V from an external source or draws power from the Nexus DSC Pro, and it runs for about eight hours on a DSC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it work without a Nexus DSC Pro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can operate independently with planetarium software such as SkySafari Plus or Pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nexus eFinder brings plate-solving precision to visual observing, pairing with the Nexus DSC Pro or running on its own to place faint targets in the field with better-than-arcminute accuracy. A single calibration, flexible USB-C power, and two mounting options make it a practical addition to Dobsonians and push-to setups alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astro Devices","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ 1.5 metres","offer_id":53078765830255,"sku":"ADEF001-BLK-1-5M","price":529.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/nexus-efinder.png?v=1778520860"}],"url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/collections\/astro-devices-finders.oembed","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}